What is a DSR? Understanding Data Subject Requests

DSRs are a key part of data privacy. We'll guide you through the meaning, who needs to comply, and tips on how.

What is a DSR? (Data Subject Request)

A Data Subject Request (DSR) is a message from someone to do something with their data. It focuses on their data rights. Thanks to laws like GDPR and CCPA, people can request a handful of things.

• People can ask to see the data you have about them.

• They can ask for changes or data deletion.

• And they can you not to sell their data.

What else can DSR mean?

While DSR is big in data privacy, it has other meanings:

• In business? Daily Sales Report—great for sales tracking.

• In healthcare? Delayed Sleep-phase Syndrome—why nights stretch out.

• In finance? Debt Service Ratio—checks debt payback ability.

Demystifying Data Subject Requests

Let’s dive into DSR types and why compliance matters.

DSR Types: The Basics

DSRs let people exercise their data rights. The most common DSRs privacy teams have to support are:

• Erasure/Deletion Requests: Lets people request data deletion.

• Opt-Out Requests: Tell firms not to sell or share data.

• Access Requests: (Known as DSARs) Let people request a copy of their data.

• Rectification Requests: Fix data errors fast.

More options include opting out of automated decision making, limits on processing their data, and correcting misinformation.

Why DSR Compliance is Crucial

Great DSR handling is more than law. It’s your path to:

• Building strong customer trust and loyalty.

• Faster product improvements.

• Avoiding fines of up to €20 million or 2% of yearly income (not a place you want to be).

Master Your DSR Handling Tactics

Good DSR handling secures trust and compliance. Explore these steps:

• Easy Submission Methods: Use email or web forms.

• Identity Checks: Confirm each request is real.

• Request Review: Check and act by request type.

• Quick Data Retrieval: Use tools for fast data finds.

• Privacy Protection: Shield others’ data through careful edits.

Tips for handling DSRs

Handling DSRs can be tough. Here’s how to tackle common issues:

• Finding Data: Data Mapping helps companies find where all their user data is.

• Organizing Requests: Tools like Superset can help keep track of DSRs.

• DSR Methods: You're supposed to have 2 methods for opting out. Most companies choose web-form and email.

By following these tips, you can upgrade your company's privacy program and avoid serious fines.